Bhopal Tour Package from Delhi (3 Days)
3-day Bhopal tour from Delhi: Bhopal, Sanchi, Vidisha, Bhimbetka and Bhojpur. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹8,230 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
18° – 31°C
October in Bhopal
Description
3-day Bhopal tour from Delhi: Bhopal, Sanchi, Vidisha, Bhimbetka and Bhojpur. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹8,230 per person.
This 3 days 2 nights itinerary covers 7 handpicked stops, including Taj-ul-Masajid, Tribal Museum, Upper Lake (Bhojtal) and more. October–March is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 2-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as Treebo Royal Sun Palace Mp Nagar Zone 2, Bhopal. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Bhopal
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 8°C – 40°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Bhopal, the city of lakes
Reach Bhopal by train from Delhi, where our driver meets you. Check in at your hotel in Bhopal. See the Taj-ul-Masajid, one of the largest mosques in India, and the old city around the Chowk. After lunch, spend time at the Tribal Museum, one of the best museums in the country, then Bharat Bhavan on the lake. End with sunset at the Upper Lake (Bhojtal) and a walk on the lake promenade. Overnight stay in Bhopal.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Delhi to Bhopal
765 km · ~16h 38m · About 15h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Delhi
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
83 km · 1h 39m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 383Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 533Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 683Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
83 km · 1h 39m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BhopalBhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Delhi to Bhopal
765 km · ~17h · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Delhi
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Delhi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Delhi → Bhopal
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~765 km
~17h|Tentative fare ₹840–₹2,190
- Arrive in Bhopal
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Delhi to Bhopal
Nearest railway stations: New Delhi for Delhi, Bhopal Jn for Bhopal.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Taj-ul-Masajid
A huge pink mosque with white domes in the old city.
- 2
Tribal Museum
A museum of the life and art of the tribes of Madhya Pradesh.
- 3
Upper Lake (Bhojtal)
The great lake of Bhopal, built in the 11th century.
Sanchi and Udayagiri
Today's travel: from Bhopal to Sanchi (about 47 km, 1 hr), from Sanchi to Vidisha (about 9 km, 15 min) and from Vidisha to Bhopal (about 57 km, 1 hr). Drive to Sanchi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the Great Stupa, begun by the emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC, has four gateways carved with stories of the Buddha's lives. Walk through the monasteries on the hill and the small museum. In the afternoon, see the Gupta-era Udayagiri caves near Vidisha, with the huge carving of Vishnu as the boar Varaha lifting the earth. Overnight stay in Bhopal.
- 1
Great Stupa, Sanchi
Ashoka's stupa with four finely carved gateways.
- 2
Udayagiri Caves
5th-century rock-cut caves with the great Varaha panel.
Bhimbetka, Bhojpur and the train home
Drive south to Bhimbetka, where rock shelters in a sandstone ridge hold paintings of animals, hunters and dancers, some over 10,000 years old. On the way back, see the Bhojpur temple of Raja Bhoj, left unfinished in the 11th century, with one of the largest lingams in India. Back to Bhopal for the train. Drive from Bhopal to Bhimbetka (about 46 km, 1 hr), from Bhimbetka to Bhojpur (about 26 km, 30 min) and from Bhojpur to Bhopal (about 29 km, 30 min). Board the train from Bhopal back to Delhi (about 765 km), and the tour ends.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Bhopal to Bhimbetka
46 km · ~55m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bhopal
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
46 km · 55m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BhimbetkaBhimbetka, Madhya Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Bhopal to Bhimbetka
46 km · ~1h 1m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bhopal
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bhopal. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bhopal → Bhimbetka
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~46 km
~1h 1m|Tentative fare ₹50–₹180
- Arrive in Bhimbetka
Bhimbetka, Madhya Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bhopal to Bhimbetka
Nearest railway stations: Bhopal Jn for Bhopal, Barkhera for Bhimbetka.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Bhimbetka to Bhojpur
26 km · ~31m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bhimbetka
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
26 km · 31m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BhojpurBhojpur, Madhya Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Bhimbetka to Bhojpur
26 km · ~35m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bhimbetka
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bhimbetka. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bhimbetka → Bhojpur
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~26 km
~35m|Tentative fare ₹30–₹120
- Arrive in Bhojpur
Bhojpur, Madhya Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bhimbetka to Bhojpur
Nearest railway stations: Barkhera for Bhimbetka, Mandi Dip for Bhojpur.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Bhojpur to Bhopal
29 km · ~35m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bhojpur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
29 km · 35m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BhopalBhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Bhojpur to Bhopal
29 km · ~39m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bhojpur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bhojpur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bhojpur → Bhopal
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~29 km
~39m|Tentative fare ₹30–₹130
- Arrive in Bhopal
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bhojpur to Bhopal
Nearest railway stations: Mandi Dip for Bhojpur, Bhopal Jn for Bhopal.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Bhopal to Delhi
765 km · ~16h 38m · About 15h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Bhopal
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
83 km · 1h 39m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 383Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 533Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 683Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
83 km · 1h 39m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DelhiDelhi, Haryana
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Bhopal to Delhi
765 km · ~17h · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bhopal
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bhopal. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bhopal → Delhi
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~765 km
~17h|Tentative fare ₹840–₹2,190
- Arrive in Delhi
Delhi, Haryana
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bhopal to Delhi
Nearest railway stations: Bhopal Jn for Bhopal, New Delhi for Delhi.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Bhimbetka Rock Shelters
Rock shelters with paintings, some over 10,000 years old; a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- 2
Bhojpur Shiva Temple
An unfinished 11th-century temple of Raja Bhoj with a giant lingam.
Tour Overview
Bhopal, the city of lakes, with two UNESCO World Heritage Sites close by: the Great Stupa of Sanchi and the painted rock shelters of Bhimbetka, and the giant lingam of Bhojpur.
This 3-day, 2-night package starts and ends in Delhi. The route runs Delhi → Bhopal → Sanchi → Vidisha → Bhopal → Bhimbetka → Bhojpur → Bhopal → Delhi, about 1,744 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Bhopal Tour from Delhi
- Taj-ul-Masajid
- Tribal Museum
- Upper Lake (Bhojtal)
- Great Stupa, Sanchi
- Udayagiri Caves
- Bhimbetka Rock Shelters
- Bhojpur Shiva Temple
Inclusions in the Bhopal Tour Package
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Delhi for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Bhopal Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Bhopal Tour
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Delhi → Bhopal → Sanchi → Vidisha → Bhopal → Bhimbetka → Bhojpur → Bhopal → Delhi (about 1,744 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Bhopal and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Hotels: Treebo Royal Sun Palace Mp Nagar Zone 2, Bhopal, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Delhi. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹27,450 | ₹13,160 | ₹11,490 |
| 33 Persons | ₹22,140 | ₹12,140 | ₹10,460 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹19,750 | ₹11,010 | ₹9,340 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹18,210 | ₹10,500 | ₹8,830 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹15,430 | ₹9,910 | ₹8,230 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
By cab from Delhi the drive is about 765 km each way, so the cab option adds about 1 travel day each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Bhopal and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Route Map
Top Attractions
Taj-ul-Masajid
One of the largest mosques in Asia, built with pink sandstone and marble domes, commissioned by Shah Jahan Begum of Bhopal in the 19th century. It remains an active place of worship and a striking architectural landmark.
Tribal Museum
A museum of the life and art of the tribes of Madhya Pradesh.
Upper Lake (Bhojtal)
A vast artificial lake commissioned in the 11th century by Raja Bhoj, giving Bhopal its nickname 'City of Lakes'. Visitors enjoy boating, sunset views, and a walk along the promenade.
Great Stupa, Sanchi
Ashoka's stupa with four finely carved gateways.
Udayagiri Caves
5th-century rock-cut caves with the great Varaha panel.
Bhimbetka Rock Shelters
Rock shelters with paintings, some over 10,000 years old; a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Bhojpur Shiva Temple
An unfinished 11th-century temple of Raja Bhoj with a giant lingam.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–March is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 2 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Delhi for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Delhi → Bhopal → Sanchi → Vidisha → Bhopal → Bhimbetka → Bhojpur → Bhopal → Delhi (about 1,744 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Bhopal and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days.
Hotels: Treebo Royal Sun Palace Mp Nagar Zone 2, Bhopal, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
3 days and 2 nights. It starts from Delhi on day 1 and you are back in Delhi on day 3. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Delhi → Bhopal → Sanchi → Vidisha → Bhopal → Bhimbetka → Bhojpur → Bhopal → Delhi. That is about 1,744 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹11,490 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹8,230 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Delhi and back. By cab from Delhi the drive is about 765 km each way, so the cab option adds about 1 travel day each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Bhopal and back; the train journey is in addition to the 3 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–March.
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